Breaking barriers: Mabel "Dolly" Staton's legacy as trailblazer in track and field
At 92, Mabel Staton remains an icon in track and field, a trailblazer who broke barriers for women and African Americans.
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Boxing the Color Line
He left the stadium when African American track star Jesse Owens received four gold medals. Although Americans had opposed a proposed boycott of the Games, many perceived Hitler's disrespect not ...
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NASCAR Diversity: African-American Drivers in NASCAR
Explore the inspiring stories of African-American NASCAR drivers like Wendell Scott, Bubba Wallace, and others who broke ...
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From trailblazer to track star: Dr. Del Meriwether and his Duke roots
Meriwether’s long and dynamic career featured civil rights activism, public health leadership and investment in underserved ...